North Hampton Public Library Full Calendar of Events
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Upcoming New and Exclusive Programs!
December 2024
Chart Your Course: a New Year’s Resolution Workshop
Monday, December 30, 3:00 PM
Join us for a Creation Station Takeover with this special New Year’s planning event! Kickstart your year with an evening of goal setting and creative visioning!
Activities include:
Goal Setting Workshop: Learn how to set achievable goals for a successful year.
Create Your Own Vision Board: Visualize your dreams and aspirations for the year ahead.
Make Your Own Resolution Bingo Board: Craft a personalized bingo board with your resolutions.
Participate in these engaging activities to plan out your year, ignite your inspiration, and get ready to make 2025 your best year yet.
Open to all ages; geared towards adults and older teens
Registration is not required.
January 2025
Chair Yoga with Kim Rivest
Every Monday, January 6 – February 10, 1:00 PM
Dive into a serene journey encompassing pranayama techniques, yoga philosophy, and mindfulness meditation, all designed to enrich your well-being.
Under Kim Rivest’s expert guidance, discover the art of utilizing yoga blocks and straps for enhanced comfort and alignment.
This exclusive program is free of charge, but registration is required for all participants. Secure your spot today and embark on a journey of rejuvenation and self-discovery with Chair Yoga
Registration is required. Space is limited.
This program is generously sponsored in part by the Friends of the Library.
New Hampshire Presidential Primary: A Lighthearted Look at the Longshots
Thursday, January 16, 4:00 PM
What do Billy Joe Clegg, Vermin Supreme, Russell Fornwalt and Caroline “The Hemp Lady” Killeen have in common with Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Barack Obama and George W. Bush?
They’ve all been on the New Hampshire Presidential Primary ballot!
While voters in the rest of the country choose between two or three candidates in their presidential primaries, New Hampshire voters regularly see ballots that list dozens of candidates. Those candidates push a social cause, feel a religious calling, promote a personal comedy career or just want people to listen to their ideas on how to run (or not run) the country.
As an award-winning news reporter at two NH radio stations and The Associated Press, David Tirrell-Wysocki covered nine NH Primaries and closely watched four others. He interviewed the virtually all of the primary winners and many candidates who knew they stood no chance to win, but paid the $1,000 filing fee and added to the primary’s mystique with their antics, hand-written news releases, novel ideas and heartfelt dreams.
From cows on the side of the road to conspiracy theorists on the phone, from motorcades on a frozen lake to a bicycle on Main Street, David catches up to the candidates and presents their stories in a light-hearted, non-partisan peek at those who enter New Hampshire’s primary.
This program is free and open to the general public. Registration is not required.
This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Meteorites & Meteor Astronomy
Tuesday, January 21, 4:00 PM
(SNOW DATE Tuesday, January 28)
An enlightening and hands-on exploration of the cosmos!
Join us for an immersive experience that promises to unravel the wonders of meteorites and celestial bodies under the expert guidance of a seasoned astronomer. Patrick Leverone, the Meteorite Project Director at the renowned Maine Mineral & Gem Museum will unravel the enigmatic world of meteorites and celestial phenomena with unparalleled expertise.
Get a chance to hold a real meteorite in your hand while you learn about its journey to earth from space. Whether you’re an avid stargazer or a seeker of cosmic truths, join us for an evening of celestial enlightenment that promises to ignite wonder and curiosity.
PLEASE NOTE that if we experience severe weather conditions on both the original date and the snow date, the program will be moved online to Zoom on January 28. (We will email the code to all registered participants.)
This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Registration is required for this program.
Artistry of the Isles of Shoals – Celia Thaxter’s Salon
Wednesday, January 22, 6:00 PM
Join us in the historic North Hampton Town Hall building to hear local historian Ann Beattie discuss Artistry of the Isles of Shoals – Celia Thaxter’s Salon: Something about the mystery of islands and the endless sea vista seems to ignite creativity, and the Shoals have inspired writers, musicians and artists for centuries. Explore the lives and work of the famous visitors to poet Celia Thaxter’s salon and discover how they collaborated to produce some of their finest pieces.
Ann Beattie is an educator with a fascination for the Isles of Shoals and its rich history. She combs through historical records, salt cod recipes, and journals of Shoalers in an effort to capture and revive the unique stories that bring Shoals history to life. Ann is a former president of the Isles of Shoals Historical and Research Association and serves as a Board member of the Portsmouth Athenaeum. She leads tours of the Shoals and hosts history programs on Star Island. Ann always has an intriguing tale to tell about a place so magical it will steal your heart.
The library is co-sponsoring the North Hampton Historical Society with this event.
War & Peace: An Honest Conversation about Israel/Palestine
Thursday, January 30, 6:00 PM
Navigating nuance and narrative to understand the current conflict, and find hope within the darkness…
Scholar Jared Goldfarb will navigate nuance and narrative to help participants understand the current conflict and find hope within the darkness. Goldfarb is an independent educator and licensed tour guide based in Jerusalem with more than 25 years of experience in the field. Born and raised in New Hampshire, he lived in 6 different countries before making his home in Israel nearly 30 years ago. Thanks to the vibrant learning community in Jerusalem, Jared fell in love with the Jewish textual tradition, spent 5 years studying in various yeshivas, and served for 8 years as the Program Director of Ta Shma: Pluralistic Jewish Learning. Simultaneously, he graduated from the National Tour guide Course, and since 1999 has worked as a licensed guide for families, faith communities, and multi-narrative student encounters with Israel/Palestine.
Jared currently serves as a faculty member at many Jerusalem institutions that welcome Christian clergy, educators, seminarians and laypeople from around the world to study the Holy Land from an academic perspective, such as the Tantur Ecumenical Institute, Ecce Homo Centre for Biblical Formation, and Bat Kol. He also teaches biblical geography, the textual and contextual history of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, and Israeli/Palestinian geopolitics for various seminaries, universities and multi-faith groups.
This program is free and open to the general public.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
February 2025
Make Your Own Victorian Puzzle Purse Valentine
Wednesday, February 12, 4:00 PM
Join us for a Creation Station Takeover with this special Valentine’s Day craft! Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Victorian puzzle purses this season
A puzzle purse is a type of intricate folded paper craft that originated during the Victorian era. These unique creations are essentially folded paper envelopes that contain hidden messages or compartments, requiring a series of folds and unfolding to reveal the inner contents. They often feature decorative elements, intricate patterns, and sometimes even puzzles or riddles for the recipient to solve in order to unveil the hidden message or gift inside. Victorian puzzle purses were popular as a form of sentimental gift-giving during the 19th century, showcasing both creativity and thoughtfulness in their design and presentation.
Under the guidance of our Program Librarian, Tori, participants will embark on a hands-on experience to craft their very own Victorian puzzle purse Valentine. Unravel the secrets of this timeless art form and create a unique keepsake to cherish or gift.
Open to all ages; geared towards adults and older teens
Registration is not required.
Emotional Freedom Techniques
Saturday, February 15, 11:00 AM
Learn the science, education, and application of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
“Tapping”; a non-invasive self-help tool for stress relief and MORE! This workshop is perfect for people who are new to “tapping” OR who are familiar with the concept and would enjoy some guided simple processes with a teacher.
This offering is taught by Kerri M. Vercellini; a Holistic Licensed Mental Health Counselor who serves clients in-person in the Seacoast NH area and Essex County, MA. We hope you join us to empower yourself and grow your knowledge of helpful tools for stress relief, which do not involve the use of medication.
Learn more about EFT on Awaken Holistic Counseling Services’ website: www.awakenhcs.com
Registration is not required.
Visiting Author Series: Go Home by Terry Farish (and Lochan Sharma)
Tuesday, February 18, 6:00 PM
Terry Farish writes books for young adults and children. Her latest YA novel, Go Home, is written with Lochan Sharma whose family are Nepali-speaking refugees from Bhutan.
📚 Get Ready to Meet Local Authors at the North Hampton Public Library! 📚
Hey there, book lovers! Come join us every month as we bring in awesome local authors to share their stories with our community.
🖋️ Meet Local Talent: Join our guest authors as they discuss their latest publications and share their creative journey with you.
📖 Dive into Great Stories: Whether you’re into heartfelt memoirs or thrilling mysteries, these authors have got stories that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
🛍️ Snag Your Next Page-Turner: Want to take a piece of the magic home? Grab a copy of the featured author’s book at the event, maybe even get it signed! Support local writers and score some awesome reads.
🗓️ Save the Date: Don’t miss out! Keep an eye on our event schedule for the latest information on the next Visiting Author session. Be sure to pencil it in and come join the fun!
This program is free and open to the general public. Registration is not required.
About the Author
Terry Farish writes books for young adults and children. Her forthcoming YA novel, Go Home, (Groundwood Books) is written with Lochan Sharma whose family are Nepali-speaking refugees from Bhutan. The publisher writes: “In a small New Hampshire Seacoast city, a teenaged girl’s loyalty is torn between the boy she loves and her burgeoning friendship with the son of recent immigrants from a refugee camp in Nepal. The story cuts through political and cultural stereotypes to show the human layers underneath.”
Terry’s picture books include A FEAST FOR JOSEPH created with OD Bonny and illustrator Ken Daley. It has been featured at The Newcomer Kitchen in Toronto where refugee cooks share their traditional foods. The first Joseph book, JOSEPH’S BIG RIDE, is about a boy from South Sudan who finally gets to ride a bike in America. It has been featured in bike shops across the country, on public radio, and the NY Times. Her novel in verse THE GOOD BRAIDER is set in South Sudan and Portland, Maine. It’s an ALA Best Book for Young Adults and An Outstanding Book for the Lifelong Learner. THE CAT WHO LIKED POTATO SOUP, illustrated by Barry Root, was a Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books Blue Ribbon Winner.
Terry teaches adult English learners who come to the US from countries around the world. Terry was a Red Cross worker in Viet Nam during the American war. She returned to Viet Nam in 2023 and writes about her journey on her website in a series called “Letters to My Daughter.”